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Prediction 1
Arouca to Win
5/4 (2.25)
Prediction 2
Over 2.5 Goals
11/10 (2.10)
Prediction 3
BTTS
5/6 (1.83)
*These odds from Ladbrokes were correct at the time of writing.
Arouca hope to bounce back immediately from the thrashing at the hands of Porto when they go up against Estoril at the Estádio Municipal de Arouca.
Arouca vs Estoril – Top Betting Tips & Predictions
Arouca ended 2022 in disappointing fashion after a 5-1 loss at the hands of Porto in the league. Meanwhile, Estoril have not been in action since the middle of December when they lost to Famalicao in the Taca da Liga home game.
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Victory for Arouca
Estoril are likely to be rusty after not having been in action for almost a month. They go up against an Arouca outfit who will be very pleased to come back to home comforts. This is the first home game for Arouca in more than a month. After a 2-1 victory over Estoril exactly a year ago, this will be the first meeting and the home team are in a very good shape to pick up three points in this game.
Total goals over 2.5
The last three encounters involving Arouca have all featured over 2.5 goals without exception. Even though the team has gone up against some difficult opponents in the Taca da Liga, they have been able to fire on all cylinders in the final third. Estoril have scored in four out of the last five matches but their defence has been so poor that it has helped opponents get over 2.5 goals with ease.
Both teams to score – yes
Estoril are looking for a first league clean sheet since early October. Such has been the poor defensive performance of Nelson Verissimo’s team that they find themselves struggling to hold on to the mid-table spots. Arouca are likely to make the most of the same.
Arouca vs Estoril: Primeira Liga Game Preview with Team News
Arouca
Arouca come into the fixture after having registered a decent set of results until the heavy loss to Porto just before the end of the year. Manager Armando Evangelista might go for some changes in the starting line-up after the heavy loss. Vitinho has been ruled out of the game while Rafa Mújica is rated as a big doubt. João Valido is expected to feature as the starting goalkeeper.
Estoril
Estoril should have been in action against Boavista but the postponement of the game means that the visitors are likely to be a lot fresher coming into the game. Erison will be unavailable because of a suspension while there are no injury problems for Nelson Verissimo. João Carlos will be starting up front as the striker.
Best Stats, Odds, and Other Numbers for Arouca vs Estoril
These are some of the best stats for the match along with the right tools to make you choose the best odds.
Head to Head
13/08/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Arouca

Estoril
4
3
15/05/23
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Estoril

Arouca
2
0
27/01/22
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Estoril

Arouca
1
2
07/08/21
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Arouca

Estoril
0
2
02/02/21
Portugal Segunda Liga Portugal

Arouca

Estoril
1
0
Last Five - Arouca
01/02/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Nacional

Arouca
1
2
W
24/01/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Moreirense

Arouca
0
1
W
18/01/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Guimaraes

Arouca
2
2
D
04/01/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Boavista

Arouca
1
3
W
27/12/24
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Gil Vicente

Arouca
1
1
D
Last Five - Estoril
01/02/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Gil Vicente

Estoril
1
2
W
26/01/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Guimaraes

Estoril
0
1
W
18/01/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Santa Clara

Estoril
2
3
W
05/01/25
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Estrela

Estoril
2
4
W
28/12/24
Portugal Primeira Liga Portugal

Moreirense

Estoril
2
2
D
FAQs on Arouca vs Estoril game
Where is the match going to be held? Estádio Municipal de Arouca
When is the kick-off for the game? January 07, 2023 at 15:00 GMT
Who are regarded as the favourite team to win the game? Arouca
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